We’re thrilled to announce that Welham Jones has made it through to the finals of the Family Business of the Year Awards. Shortlisted in the South East category, the family values that run through every aspect of our business have been key in helping us reach the finals.
Family values underpin everything we do. As a third-generation, family-run business, we’ve built a team that embodies our ethos of care, empathy, and dedication, extending the sense of family to every client we work with.
For us, these values aren’t just words; they’re a promise to the families we serve, the community we’re part of, and the world we’ll leave behind.
We’re therefore delighted to have been chosen as regional finalists in the Family Business of the Year Awards, and in contention for the ultimate prize, Supreme Champion Family Business of the Year 2025.
Getting through to the finals is no mean feat – we’re up against illustrious company, such as Shepherd Neame and Brewers Decorators Centres.
The values that underpin Welham Jones are key to us making the shortlist for the South East title. Among these are:
Compassion and personalisation: We understand that planning a funeral is one of the most emotionally challenging times in a family’s life, so we take the time to provide personalised, practical, and emotional support every step of the way.
Transparency and fairness: In an industry that has been scrutinised for a lack of clarity in pricing, we’ve always been open, transparent, and fair in our fees, ensuring they remain accessible and affordable for the families we serve.
Community: As a family business embedded in our local area, we believe in giving back. We actively support local churches and sports teams, collect Easter eggs and Christmas presents for children in need, and provide warm clothing to homeless charities during the winter.
Sustainability and responsibility: We strive to reduce our environmental footprint, offering eco-friendly options such as green funerals and sourcing sustainable products like renewable timbers.
Our strong values have led to feedback that supports our claim that family values are the DNA of Welham Jones, such as:
We’re delighted that the family values that we hold so dear mean we are in the running to take home the title of South East Family Business of the Year at the gala award evening on June 18 in London.
If you’re looking for an award-winning team to help you arrange a funeral, get in touch
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